BAN vs NED [WATCH]: Sybrand Engelbrecht pulls off a spectacular diving catch to knock out Litton Das in the 2024 T20 World Cup

Player from the Netherlands Sybrand Engelbrecht he gave an amazing effort to play during the meeting T20 World Cup 2024 game against Bangladesh at the Arnos Vale Ground in Kingstown St Vincent on Thursday (June 13).

The Netherlands choose to enter the field and dominate early

Opting to field first, the Netherlands displayed an impressive bowling performance with Aryan Dutt giving a dream start to his team by taking the first two wickets. The first breakthrough came with the dismissal of the Bangladesh captain Najmul Hossain Shanto. Dutt continued his impressive spell with a takedown Litton Dasbut the credit for this wicket goes largely to Engelbrecht’s excellent catch.

UPDATE: BAN vs NED: Here’s why Teja Nidamanuru is not playing today’s match | T20 World Cup 2024

Great effort by Sybrand Engelbrecht

On the first ball of the 4th over, Dutt bowled an in-drift on a full length outside the off stump. Litton attempted to sweep the ball, which sent the ball soaring into the air. It seemed destined to stay safe as no player appeared nearby. However, Engelbrecht had different plans. He ran to his left from deep square leg and, with light hands, made a spectacular dive to take a stunning catch. This catch has already been hailed as a potential frontrunner in the tournament. Litton had to return to the pavilion with the meager score of one run off two deliveries.

Here is the video:

Bangladesh’s struggles and a glimmer of hope

In all the three matches that Bangladesh have played in this series, Litton has always fallen to spin bowling. Despite the early odds, Bangladesh managed to post a respectable total of 54/2 at the end of the Powerplay, thanks to the efforts of experienced fielders. Shakib Al Hasan again Tanzid Hasan who strengthened the innings.

ALSO READ: Rishabh Pant describes Rohit Sharma, David Warner and other players with one word